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Women of power
Women of power
Shot during the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit, these portraits showcase some of the world's most influential leaders. Photographs by Robyn Twomey. More
6 green cooks
6 green cooks
These culinary powerhouses use sustainable, locally grown produce to bring their dishes to the next level. Meet a half dozen under 40, chosen by the Mother Nature Network. More
Blue-Ribbon Companies
Blue-Ribbon Companies
Which companies were on the most Fortune lists - including the FORTUNE 500, Fastest-Growing and Best Companies to Work For - this year? Here are the top firms. More
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The 35 largest U.S. private companies

Some of the biggest names in business operate outside the public markets. Here's a look at the top players.

Private Money 2008
Power List: Where the private equity money is
Power List: Where the private equity money is
Fortune's exclusive look at the country's most powerful buyout firms. (more)
10 private-equity deals gone bust
10 private-equity deals gone bust
When the liquidity is flowing like wine, every deal looks like a perfect ten. But a lot can - and has - gone wrong. (more)
The year of the vulture
The year of the vulture
The private equity firms that will thrive in the year ahead are those that know how to profit from others' misfortunes. (more)
Koch: From Dixie cups to diesel
Koch: From Dixie cups to diesel
With $98 billion in estimated sales, Koch Industries tops Fortune's list of private companies. (more)video
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